This week, the schedule has been rearranged due to ITBS Testing. Because of the rearranged schedule, there are some classes I’ve seen every day and others I’ll only see twice!

Here’s what we’re getting to this week:

1. We’re getting ready to launch our video book reviews! Today, I showed some student examples from previous years.

2. We’re learning how to create beefy and bubbly planners. If you plan well, you CANNOT fail to be organized and overflowing with ideas when you write.

3. We’re working on examining example essays and determining how they rate–according to the State of Georgia. Can you get the State’s brain? I hope so! Let’s see if you can reach a level “5” or higher in each domain! If you can, not only will you blow the ceiling off the Georgia Writing Assessment, but you’ll be able to critique your own writing better.

You were assigned your first project on Tuesday. It is due Friday, November 4th and will be a large contributor to your grade. Remember, you have two and a half weeks to complete it and can come see me in the mornings or during lunch if you need some help. This project will require the use of a higher powered calculator. I have some available in the mornings or during lunch, or you may choose to go here: http://calculateforfree.com/ .

The Unit 2 retake is next Thursday after school. Remember, if you’re planning on retaking, you must have completed and scored at least an 80% on the remediation packet (Due Oct. 25). You also need your permission form signed.